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hemoptysis-symptom-evaluation-reference

Written by - Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Medically Reviewed by - The Medindia Medical Review Team

Last Updated on Feb 13, 2013

References:

Bidwell JL, Pachner RW. Hemoptysis: Diagnosis and Management. Am Fam Physician. 2005 Oct 1;72(7):1253-1260.
Hemoptysis - (http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/pulmonary_disorders/symptoms_of_pulmonary_disorders/hemoptysis.html)

Author: Dr. Simi Paknikar

Editor: Sheela Philomena

Technically Checked by: Vigneshwari

Published on Feb 12, 2013
Last Updated on Feb 13, 2013

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